A national report shows 12th-grade reading and math scores have dropped to their lowest levels in decades. Educators cite absenteeism and smartphones as key concerns behind the decline.
Leadership matters. Strong superintendents attract strong administrators and teachers. They create stability, build systems of accountability and unify boards, staff and communities. When those seats are vacant—or filled poorly—it is students who pay the price. That is why the superintendent shortage should alarm every stakeholder in education. At some point, we’re going to wake up […]
The local effort task force is charged with finding solutions to adapt a new funding formula to varying property values and tax rates statewide.
The current foundation formula calculates local funding with an assumed tax rate of $3.43 per $100 of assessed valuation.
The plan has stalled after funding was left out of the state budget and debates over curriculum fueled controversy. While some districts have launched the class on their own, others have delayed implementation amid concerns about cost and content.
